I just returned from the gym to get inspired to choreograph a workout for my Healthwise Exercise TV channel workout and have a swollen tongue from gnawing it! Not in the literal sense but I had to bite it from offering advice as it is my nature to want to help people. I glance around and see such a significant number of individuals doing the moves too quickly … [Read more...]
How Owning a Pet as a Senior Will Keep You Happy and Healthy
One of the many joys in life is owning a pet. 68% of U.S. households include at least one pet, which means there are well over 160 million pets in this country. Of course, it's not hard to see why. Pets, small and big, offer a number of positive benefits to a person’s day-to-day life, including companionship, physical activity, and stress relief — to name a few. Many studies … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Functional Movement Classes for Over 50 Fitness
When you are looking at exercise classes for women over 50, think about the idea of functional movement. We do routine tasks daily that require balance and muscle strength that if not executed correctly can cause pain and injury. Please read the article below by TheOptimal.me that better explains its importance. Time to embrace functional movement Test it out with a … [Read more...]
8 Reasons Walking Daily Will Add Years to Your Life
I watched my parents decline as they moved into their late 80s and it made me realize the importance of maintaining mobility as we age. Once an older person is sitting all day or confined to a walker or wheelchair, they begin to deteriorate rapidly. It's always sad seeing people who are much younger riding scooters in stores. Some have legitimate reasons like a … [Read more...]
11 of the Best Low-Impact Exercises to Stay Active Over 50
If you're over 50, consider doing low-impact exercises to stay fit and active as you grow older. It’s no secret that staying active in some form will have a positive impact on your overall health. It can reduce your chances of developing serious health problems as well as the overall cost of personal healthcare, especially in older Americans. However, you want to … [Read more...]